Katherine Bennell- Pegg , Australia’s first astronaut – Squiz Kids Spotlight
Leave a reviewFrom Sydney to the stars, Katherine Bennell-Pegg is blazing a trail.Australia’s very first astronaut joins Christie under the Squiz Kids Spotlight to talk training for space missions, chasing big dreams, and why STEM is for everyone. Along the way, we cover zero-gravity, space missions, and how you go to the toilet in orbit. It’s fascinating, funny, and full of down-to-earth wisdom from someone aiming for the skies.
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Episode One: Monday, December 12 – Meet the chart topping frogs; Heartbreak and joy in World Cup finals; catching a puma; and how to own a unicorn.
This is an Episodic show. You can listen to it in any order, but episode one is always a great place to start.
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From Sydney to the stars, Katherine Bennell-Pegg is blazing a trail.Australia’s very first astronaut joins Christie under the Squiz Kids Spotlight to talk training for space missions, chasing big dreams, and why STEM is for everyone. Along the way, we cover zero-gravity, space missions, and how you go to the toilet in orbit. It’s fascinating, funny, and full of down-to-earth wisdom from someone aiming for the skies.
And speaking of space… don’t miss IAC Space Day powered by LEGO® Play on October 3 — the biggest public event of IAC 2025 Space Week, and you’re invited! It’s free, packed with space experiences, hands-on activities, and real astronauts. Whether you love building, exploring, or just having fun, there’s something for every curious mind. Find out more here: iac2025.org/space-day-registration
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